Answer the following 3 questions, they are about nanotechnology (give the calculations step by step for the first 2 questions, and for the last question give the specific explanation based on the one

1. Knowing the dimensions of the components of the above flow cell, approximately what volume of liquid can be introduced in it?

2. Considering that we have a kinesin solution of concentration 2 μg/mL. If we introduce this solution in the flow cell, what would the kinesin density on the surface be? In other words, what would the spacing between kinesin motors be?

3. Could the distance between the kinesin motors explain the gliding phenomenon described by Clemmens et al.? Maybe a bit more clearly phrased: How does the distance between the kinesin motors affect the gliding of the microtubules described by Clemmens et al.? 

Dimensions:

Coverslip: 2 cm x 2 cm

Slide: 5 cm x 2.5 cm

Spacer thickness: 100 μm

Spacer width: 0.5 cm

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